The Minor in Filmmaking immerses students in the art of narrative. Students who want to tell stories on film need an understanding of the power of images and sounds, a solid grasp on how to develop a compelling storyline and the technical know-how to manipulate and transform these images in a way that can inform, educate and persuade audiences of the 21st century. We begin with harnessing what students already know – their smartphones and their everyday interaction with social media and movies – and build their understanding of filmmaking through workshops that immerse them in screenwriting, film analysis from the professional filmmaker’s perspective, cinematography, editing and production.
Ready to take the next step?
Students should declare the minor in Filmmaking by the middle of their sophomore year, at which time they should consult with the directors of their major and minor to plan their course of study. Completion of the minor requires 21 credits.
Your college decision isn't really about the next four years. We get it. It’s about what doors are opened by your degree and whether those opportunities are what you had envisioned for yourself. Nearly 95% of SBU grads are employed or go to professional or graduate school. Here's a snapshot of what life after graduation looks like for some of them.
Chair: Karen Offitzer
Office: Melville Library N-3022
Phone: (631) 632-5030
The Minor in Filmmaking immerses students in the art of narrative. Students who want to tell stories on film need an understanding of the power of images and sounds, a solid grasp on how to develop a compelling storyline and the technical know-how to manipulate and transform these images in a way that can inform, educate and persuade audiences of the 21st century. We begin with harnessing what students already know – their smartphones and their everyday interaction with social media and movies – and build their understanding of filmmaking through workshops that immerse them in screenwriting, film analysis from the professional filmmaker’s perspective, cinematography, editing and production.
Ready to take the next step?
Students should declare the minor in Filmmaking by the middle of their sophomore year, at which time they should consult with the directors of their major and minor to plan their course of study. Completion of the minor requires 21 credits.
Your college decision isn't really about the next four years. We get it. It’s about what doors are opened by your degree and whether those opportunities are what you had envisioned for yourself. Nearly 95% of SBU grads are employed or go to professional or graduate school. Here's a snapshot of what life after graduation looks like for some of them.
Chair: Karen Offitzer
Office: Melville Library N-3022
Phone: (631) 632-5030